Archive For March 2017
From Delia Smith Just to make the very most of the English asparagus during its very short season, I cook it every which way, hence this very simple but sublime tart. Serves 6 Ingredients 12 oz (350 g) asparagus 1½ oz (40 g) Cheddar cheese, finely grated 1 level tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan…
Mezcal? Isn’t that a brand of tequila? No – they are slightly different beverages but with great similarities in both taste and production methods. Tequila and mezcal are made from agave which grows in many parts of Mexico. Most mezcal is made in Oaxaca. Tequila must be made from blue agave and mezcal should not…
From Whole Foods Market Serves 8 A bit of grated beet adds a unique, colorful touch to this classic Passover condiment, a fruit and nut chutney that actually deserves a spot at any table any time! Serve with roasted meats or vegetables, and don’t fret if there are leftovers; charoset is tasty on a…
London attracts tourists and it has done for generations. The city is still an international financial hub; London has a vibrant creative arts scene and an energetic restaurant industry. But where can one stay to be within easy reach of both work and play in this cosmopolitan and magnetic corner of Europe? Finsbury Square is…
From BBC Food Watercress comes into season in April, when its peppery flavour will work in contrast to the rich goats’ cheese. Ingredients For the beetroot 250g/10½oz fresh beetroot salt and freshly ground black pepper 75ml/3fl oz olive oil 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar For the goats’ cheese vegetable oil, for deep frying…
St Davids will tick so many boxes for those looking for a quiet retreat for a few days. A corner of the UK with natural charm, history, fresh air, good food and quiet – at least outside peak summer popularity. St Davids has its beautiful Cathedral, making this small town technically a city and the…
From Sainsbury’s Basic all-butter shortcrust pastry recipe for pies and quiches. Serves: 4 Preparation time: 10 Minutes Cooking time: 20 Minutes Cooling Time: 30 Minutes Ingredients 125g plain flour 50g chilled butter, diced 1 tablespoon iced water Method Sift the flour into a bowl. Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine…
This striking and high-end hotel seems contemporary but it has a long history which is camouflaged by its light, modern and immaculate presentation. But part of this building has been around for more than a couple of hundred years. Originally known as Felin Wynt, Welsh for windmill, the still-remaining and iconic tower was built in…
From Whole Foods Market Serves 8 (yields about 3 cups) Something between pico de gallo and Insalata Caprese, this fresh, flavorful dip might become your new summer favorite. Use fresh oregano or marjoram in place of some of the parsley, if you like. Ingredients 1 cup pitted green olives (about 30), drained…
This is the most comprehensive tome on contemporary art in Vietnam today. It is a page-turner for any art lover but it also appeals to the traveller. Vietnam has developed in every way over the past decade. The world has access to its culture, food and landscape, along with its traditional art. But Vietnam also…